Length2h 32m
About this audiobook
In "The Fiddlers; Drink in the Witness Box," Arthur Mee presents a captivating exploration of the complexities of human behavior within the framework of an elusive courtroom drama. With his characteristic narrative style, Mee intertwines rich descriptions and insightful dialogue to paint a vivid picture of the legal process and the moral ambiguities it often entails. The book captures the essence of early 20th-century societal norms and beliefs, rendering the legal proceedings not merely as a backdrop but as a vibrant setting that reflects the intricate dynamics of justice, guilt, and redemption. Arthur Mee, a revered English writer and journalist, draws from his extensive experiences in journalism to craft this compelling narrative. His keen observations and profound insight into human nature are evident throughout the work, likely influenced by his belief in the moral lessons imparted through literature and public discourse. Mee's background in various literary genres, from children's literature to historical accounts, equips him with a diverse palette from which he colors his narratives, making this work resonate with depth and complexity. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in legal dramas, moral philosophy, and early 20th-century literature. Those who appreciate a blend of psychological exploration and legal intrigue will find Mee's prose both engaging and thought-provoking, as it invites readers to ponder the nature of truth and the role it plays in the human experience.
Audiobook details
GenrePolitics and Government
Length2 hrs 32 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJun 3, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Wages of Sin
2Fiddling to Disaster
3The Drink Trade and Our War Services
4The War-Work of the Food Destroyers
5The Food Now Being Destroyed for Beer
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6The Shadow of Famine
7The Food Value of Brewer’s Sugar
8The Food Value of Brewer’s Malt
9The Tunes They Play
10How the Allies Did It
11The Soldier’s Home
12Mothers and Children
13The Ruined Wives
14The Roll of the Dead
15The New Drinkers
16Back to the Homeland
17Into the Firing Line
18Drink and the Red Cross
19Stabbing the Army in the Back
20The Price the Empire Pays
21Those Who Will Not Go Back
22The Men From the Prohibition Camps
23In Camp and On Leave
24The Rising Storm in Canada
25Your Share in the Food Crisis
26The Food and Money Wasted on Drink in Our Great Towns
27PLAY THE GAME
28THE FOOD PYRAMIDS DESTROYED FOR DRINK
29How the Brewer Gets Our Food
30THE MEN WHO BRING IT
31THE PEOPLE WHO WAIT FOR IT
32THE PRICE WE PAY FOR IT
33THE POOR WHO SUFFER FOR IT
34The Way for the Government
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